Metal probe rotating structure

By designing a rotating structure for the metal probe, the problems of easy damage and inconvenience in carrying existing probes are solved, providing convenient storage and flipping functions and improving the user experience.

CN115752775BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-21SHENZHEN INKBIRD TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202211262691.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2022-10-14
Publication Date
2025-11-21
Estimated Expiration
2042-10-14

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Technical Problem

Existing metal probes have limited functionality, and the exposed temperature probes are easily damaged and inconvenient to carry.

Method used

A rotating structure comprising a housing, a rotating cover, a connecting rod, a connecting block, a storage shell, a mounting block, a metal probe, an elastic limiting ball, and a protective shell is designed. The metal probe is stored, protected, and flipped through a limiting mechanism and a moving extrusion assembly.

Benefits of technology

It achieves simple operation, is easy to carry, reduces the chance of damage to metal probes, and improves ease of use.

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Abstract

The application provides a metal probe rotating structure. The metal probe rotating structure comprises a shell, a rotating cover, a first connecting rod, a connecting block, a first groove, a receiving shell, a mounting block, a metal probe, an elastic limiting ball and a protective shell. The shell is provided with a receiving groove. The rotating cover is rotatably installed on the shell. The first connecting rod is arranged on the rotating cover. The first connecting rod is matched with the receiving groove. The connecting block is arranged on the receiving groove. The first groove is arranged on the outer wall of one side of the connecting block. The end of the first connecting rod, which is away from the rotating cover, extends into the first groove and is rotatably connected with the inner wall of the first groove. The metal probe rotating structure provided by the application is simple to operate, convenient to carry, rotate and turn over, can protect the metal probe, avoid exposure and reduce the probability of damage.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of metal probe technology, and particularly relates to a rotating structure for a metal probe. Background Technology

[0002] Every food we taste in our daily lives has its optimal flavor at a specific temperature. Metal probes are thermometers developed to improve people's health and quality of life. The temperature of food is closely related to its taste and nutritional value. With societal development, food thermometers have greatly improved. Currently popular are barbecue thermometers, such as the one patented under "CN203848953U," which includes a thermometer body. One end of the thermometer body has two temperature probes, each with an L-shaped end and a U-shaped end. A circular plastic sleeve, smaller than the thermometer body and integrally formed with it, covers the upper part of each probe. The thermometer body includes an LCD display, a power button, a notification device, and a knob. A control circuit is located within the thermometer body. The two temperature probes, the power button, and the knob are electrically connected to the input of the control circuit, while the LCD display and the notification device are electrically connected to the output of the control circuit. A hanging ring is located on the top of the thermometer body. The temperature probe accurately monitors the baking process of food, ensuring that the food is fully cooked without waste. It is also simple in structure, easy to operate, and low in cost.

[0003] However, the above structure still has shortcomings. Although it can achieve the function of temperature detection, the function is relatively simple, and the temperature probe is exposed, which is not only easy to damage, but also inconvenient to carry.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new rotating structure for metal probes to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem solved by this invention is to provide a metal probe rotation structure that is simple to operate, easy to carry, rotate and flip, and can store and protect the metal probe, thereby avoiding exposure and reducing the chance of damage.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a rotating metal probe structure comprising: a housing, a rotating cover, a first connecting rod, a connecting block, a first groove, a storage shell, a mounting block, a metal probe, an elastic limiting ball, and a protective shell. The housing has a storage groove, the rotating cover is rotatably mounted on the housing, the first connecting rod is disposed on the rotating cover and is adapted to the storage groove, the connecting block is disposed on the storage groove, the first groove is formed on one outer wall of the connecting block, and the end of the first connecting rod away from the rotating cover extends into the first groove and is connected to the first groove. The inner wall is rotatably connected. The storage shell is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the connecting block away from the first groove. The fourth connecting rod is slidably installed inside the storage shell. The mounting block is set inside the storage shell and fixedly connected to one end of the fourth connecting rod. The metal probe is set inside the storage shell and fixedly connected to the mounting block. Multiple elastic limiting balls are fixedly installed on the inner walls of both sides of the storage shell. The protective shell is slidably installed inside the storage shell and threadedly connected to the mounting block. The metal probe is adapted to the protective shell. The connecting block is provided with a limiting mechanism.

[0007] As a further embodiment of the present invention, the limiting mechanism includes a fixing component and a moving extrusion component, wherein the fixing component is disposed on the connecting block and the moving extrusion component is disposed on the connecting block.

[0008] As a further embodiment of the present invention, the fixing component includes a first cavity, a first limiting block, an arc-shaped block, and a first telescopic spring. The first cavity is formed on the connecting block, the first limiting block is slidably installed in the first cavity, the arc-shaped block is disposed in the first cavity and fixedly installed on the first limiting block, the first telescopic spring is slidably sleeved on the first limiting block, one end of the first telescopic spring is fixedly connected to one side inner wall of the first cavity, and the other end of the first telescopic spring is fixedly connected to the arc-shaped block.

[0009] As a further embodiment of the present invention, the movable extrusion assembly includes a second cavity, a first sealing piston, a second connecting rod, a triangular block, a second telescopic spring, a third connecting rod, and a first handle. The second cavity is formed on the connecting block. The first sealing piston is slidably installed in the second cavity. The second connecting rod is fixedly installed on the first sealing piston, with one end extending into the first cavity. The triangular block is disposed in the first cavity and fixedly installed on the end of the second connecting rod away from the first sealing piston. The second telescopic spring is slidably sleeved on the second connecting rod. One end of the second telescopic spring is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the triangular block, and the other end of the second telescopic spring is fixedly connected to one side of the inner wall of the first cavity.

[0010] As a further embodiment of the present invention, the second sealing piston is slidably installed in the second cavity, the third connecting rod is fixedly installed on the second sealing piston, the end of the third connecting rod away from the second sealing piston extends to the outside of one side of the connecting block, and the first handle is fixedly installed on the end of the third connecting rod away from the second sealing piston.

[0011] As a further embodiment of the present invention, a second handle is provided inside the storage shell, the second handle is fixedly installed on the protective shell, a sealing plate is provided on the storage shell, and a third sealing piston is slidably installed inside the storage shell, the third sealing piston being fixedly connected to the sealing plate.

[0012] As a further embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of arc-shaped grooves are provided on one side of the outer wall of the metal probe, the arc-shaped grooves being adapted to the elastic limiting ball, and a through-hole is provided on one side of the outer wall of the housing, on which a transparent plate is fixedly installed.

[0013] As a further embodiment of the present invention, a fixing slot is provided at the end of the first connecting rod away from the rotating cover, and one side of the first limiting block extends into the first groove and is slidably connected to the fixing slot.

[0014] As a further embodiment of the present invention, a first through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity, and the first limiting block passes through the first through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the first through hole.

[0015] As a further embodiment of the present invention, a second through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity, and the second connecting rod passes through the second through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the second through hole.

[0016] Compared with related technologies, the metal probe rotation structure provided by the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] 1. This invention is simple to operate, easy to carry, and can be used to store and protect metal probes, thus avoiding exposure and reducing the chance of damage.

[0018] 2. The present invention, by setting a limiting mechanism, makes operation simple, and can flip and fix it, thus enhancing the convenience of use. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art, the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting mechanism of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of part A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of part B in the middle section;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of section C;

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of section D;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Shell; 2. Rotating cover; 3. First connecting rod; 4. Connecting block; 5. First groove; 51. Storage shell; 6. First cavity; 7. First limiting block; 8. Arc-shaped block; 9. First telescopic spring; 10. Second cavity; 11. First sealing piston; 12. Second connecting rod; 13. Triangular block; 14. Second telescopic spring; 15. Second sealing piston; 16. Third connecting rod; 17. First handle; 19. Fourth connecting rod; 20. Mounting block; 21. Metal probe; 22. Elastic limiting ball; 23. Protective shell; 24. Third sealing piston. Detailed Implementation

[0028] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 - Figure 7 ,in, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting mechanism of the present invention; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of part A in the middle; Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of part B in the middle section; Figure 5 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of section C; Figure 6 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of section D; Figure 7This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention. The rotating metal probe structure includes: a housing 1, a rotating cover 2, a first connecting rod 3, a connecting block 4, a first groove 5, a storage shell 51, a mounting block 20, a metal probe 21, an elastic limiting ball 22, and a protective shell 23. The housing 1 has a storage groove. The rotating cover 2 is rotatably mounted on the housing 1. The first connecting rod 3 is disposed on the rotating cover 2 and is adapted to the storage groove. The connecting block 4 is disposed on the storage groove. The first groove 5 is formed on one outer wall of the connecting block 4. The end of the first connecting rod 3 away from the rotating cover 2 extends into the first groove 5 and is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the first groove 5. The storage shell 51 is fixed... The fourth connecting rod 19 is slidably installed inside the storage shell 51, and the mounting block 20 is disposed inside the storage shell 51. The mounting block 20 is fixedly connected to one end of the fourth connecting rod 19. The metal probe 21 is disposed inside the storage shell 51 and is fixedly connected to the mounting block 20. Multiple elastic limiting balls 22 are respectively fixedly installed on the inner walls of both sides of the storage shell 51. The protective shell 23 is slidably installed inside the storage shell 51 and is threadedly connected to the mounting block 20. The metal probe 21 is adapted to the protective shell 23. The connecting block 4 is provided with a limiting mechanism.

[0029] The limiting mechanism includes a fixing component and a moving extrusion component. The fixing component is disposed on the connecting block 4, and the moving extrusion component is disposed on the connecting block 4.

[0030] like Figure 3 As shown, the fixing assembly includes a first cavity 6, a first limiting block 7, an arc-shaped block 8, and a first telescopic spring 9. The first cavity 6 is formed on the connecting block 4. The first limiting block 7 is slidably installed in the first cavity 6. The arc-shaped block 8 is disposed in the first cavity 6 and is fixedly installed on the first limiting block 7. The first telescopic spring 9 is slidably sleeved on the first limiting block 7. One end of the first telescopic spring 9 is fixedly connected to one side inner wall of the first cavity 6, and the other end of the first telescopic spring 9 is fixedly connected to the arc-shaped block 8.

[0031] like Figure 1As shown, the movable extrusion assembly includes a second cavity 10, a first sealing piston 11, a second connecting rod 12, a triangular block 13, a second telescopic spring 14, a second sealing piston 15, a third connecting rod 16, and a first handle 17. The second cavity 10 is formed on the connecting block 4. The first sealing piston 11 is slidably installed in the second cavity 10. The second connecting rod 12 is fixedly installed on the first sealing piston 11, with one end of the second connecting rod 12 extending into the first cavity 6. The triangular block 13 is disposed in the first cavity 6 and is fixedly installed on the end of the second connecting rod 12 away from the first sealing piston 11. The second telescopic spring 14 is slidably sleeved on the second connecting rod 12. One end of the second telescopic spring 14 is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the triangular block 13, and the other end of the second telescopic spring 14 is fixedly connected to one side of the inner wall of the first cavity 6.

[0032] like Figure 4 As shown, the second sealing piston 15 is slidably installed in the second cavity 10, the third connecting rod 16 is fixedly installed on the second sealing piston 15, and the end of the third connecting rod 16 away from the second sealing piston 15 extends to the outside of one side of the connecting block 4. The first handle 17 is fixedly installed on the end of the third connecting rod 16 away from the second sealing piston 15.

[0033] like Figure 6 As shown, the storage shell 51 is provided with a second handle, which is fixedly installed on the protective shell 23. The storage shell 51 is provided with a sealing plate, and a third sealing piston 24 is slidably installed inside the storage shell 51. The third sealing piston 24 is fixedly connected to the sealing plate.

[0034] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the outer wall of one side of the metal probe 21 has multiple arc-shaped grooves, which are adapted to the elastic limiting ball 22. The outer wall of one side of the storage shell 51 has an opening, on which a transparent plate is fixedly installed.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, a fixing slot is provided at the end of the first connecting rod 3 away from the rotating cover 2, and one side of the first limiting block 7 extends into the first groove 5 and is slidably connected to the fixing slot.

[0036] like Figure 3 As shown, a first through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity 6, and the first limiting block 7 passes through the first through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the first through hole.

[0037] like Figure 3 As shown, a second through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity 6, and the second connecting rod 12 passes through the second through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the second through hole.

[0038] The working principle of the metal probe rotation structure provided by this invention is as follows:

[0039] First step: When in use, rotate the rotating cover 2 to move the first connecting rod 3, which in turn moves the connecting block 4. The connecting block 4 then moves the storage shell 51, causing it to detach from the storage slot. Next, pull the sealing plate, which moves the third sealing piston 24, causing it to detach from the storage shell 51. Then, pull the protective shell 23 with the second handle, which moves the mounting block 20 and the fourth connecting rod 19. When the mounting block 20 detaches from the storage shell 51, hold the mounting block 20 and rotate the protective shell 23 to detach it from the mounting block 20, exposing the metal probe 21. The temperature can then be detected using the metal probe 21.

[0040] The second step: When it is necessary to flip, pull the first handle 17 to move it, which will drive the third connecting rod 16 to move. Then, the third connecting rod 16 will drive the second sealing piston 15 to move. The second sealing piston 15 and the first sealing piston 11 are sealed. Therefore, when the second sealing piston 15 moves away from the first sealing piston 11, the space will become larger, and the air pressure in the space will be dispersed. Therefore, when there is not enough air pressure to squeeze the first sealing piston 11, under the deformation of the second telescopic spring 14, the second connecting rod 12, the triangular block 13 and the first sealing piston 11 will move back to their original positions, causing the triangular block 13 to move away from the arc block 8. When the triangular block 13 moves away from the arc block 8, due to the lack of squeezing force, the first telescopic spring 9 will deform, which will drive the first limiting insert 7 and the arc block 8 to move back to their original positions, causing the first limiting insert 7 to move away from the first connecting rod 3. Then, the storage shell 51 will be pulled to flip.

[0041] Third step: Similarly, push the first handle 17 to move, causing the first handle 17 to drive the second sealing piston 15 to move through the third connecting rod 16. This reduces the space between the second sealing piston 15 and the first sealing piston 11, thereby concentrating the air pressure to push the first sealing piston 11. When the first sealing piston 11 moves, it will drive the second connecting rod 12 and the triangular block 13 to move, causing the triangular block 13 to stretch the second telescopic spring 14 and compress the arc-shaped block 8. The arc-shaped block 8 being compressed will drive the first limiting insert 7 to move and compress the first telescopic spring 9. Finally, the first limiting insert 7 will be inserted into the first connecting rod 3 to limit and fix the first connecting rod 3.

[0042] It should be noted that the device structure and accompanying drawings of this invention mainly describe the principle of this invention. In terms of the technical aspects of this design principle, the setting of the power mechanism, power supply system and control system of the device is not fully described. However, under the premise that those skilled in the art understand the principle of the above invention, the specific details of its power mechanism, power supply system and control system can be clearly understood. The control method in the application document is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by those skilled in the art through simple programming.

[0043] All standard parts used can be purchased from the market, and can be customized according to the instructions and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the existing technology. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the existing technology, and the structure and principle of the components known to those skilled in the art can be known by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0044] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments, or they can be used directly or indirectly, without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention. In other related technical fields, the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents, and they are similarly included within the scope of patent protection of the invention.

Claims

1. A rotating structure for a metal probe, characterized in that, include: The device comprises a housing, a rotating cover, a first connecting rod, a connecting block, a first groove, a storage shell, a fourth connecting rod, a mounting block, a metal probe, elastic limiting balls, and a protective shell. The housing has a storage groove. The rotating cover is rotatably mounted on the housing. The first connecting rod is disposed on the rotating cover and is adapted to the storage groove. The connecting block is disposed on the storage groove. The first groove is located on one outer wall of the connecting block. The end of the first connecting rod away from the rotating cover extends into the first groove and is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the first groove. The storage shell is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the connecting block away from the first groove. The fourth connecting rod is slidably mounted inside the storage shell. The mounting block is disposed inside the storage shell and is fixedly connected to one end of the fourth connecting rod. The metal probe is disposed inside the storage shell and is fixedly connected to the mounting block. Multiple elastic limiting balls are fixedly mounted on the inner walls of both sides of the storage shell. The protective shell is slidably mounted inside the storage shell and is threadedly connected to the mounting block. The metal probe is adapted to the protective shell. The connecting block has a limiting mechanism.

2. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism includes a fixing component and a moving extrusion component. The fixing component is disposed on the connecting block, and the moving extrusion component is disposed on the connecting block.

3. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing component includes a first cavity, a first limiting block, an arc-shaped block, and a first telescopic spring. The first cavity is formed on the connecting block. The first limiting block is slidably installed in the first cavity. The arc-shaped block is disposed in the first cavity and is fixedly installed on the first limiting block. The first telescopic spring is slidably sleeved on the first limiting block. One end of the first telescopic spring is fixedly connected to one side inner wall of the first cavity, and the other end of the first telescopic spring is fixedly connected to the arc-shaped block.

4. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The movable extrusion assembly includes a second cavity, a first sealing piston, a second connecting rod, a triangular block, a second telescopic spring, a third connecting rod, and a first handle. The second cavity is formed on the connecting block. The first sealing piston is slidably installed in the second cavity. The second connecting rod is fixedly installed on the first sealing piston, with one end extending into the first cavity. The triangular block is disposed in the first cavity and fixedly installed on the end of the second connecting rod away from the first sealing piston. The second telescopic spring is slidably sleeved on the second connecting rod, with one end fixedly connected to one outer wall of the triangular block and the other end fixedly connected to one inner wall of the first cavity.

5. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second sealing piston is slidably installed in the second cavity, the third connecting rod is fixedly installed on the second sealing piston, the end of the third connecting rod away from the second sealing piston extends to the outside of the connecting block, and the first handle is fixedly installed on the end of the third connecting rod away from the second sealing piston.

6. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage shell is equipped with a second handle, which is fixedly installed on the protective shell. The storage shell is equipped with a sealing plate, and a third sealing piston is slidably installed inside the storage shell. The third sealing piston is fixedly connected to the sealing plate.

7. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of one side of the metal probe has multiple arc-shaped grooves that are adapted to the elastic limiting ball. The outer wall of one side of the storage shell has an opening on which a transparent plate is fixedly installed.

8. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first connecting rod has a fixed slot at the end away from the rotating cover, and one side of the first limiting block extends into the first groove and is slidably connected to the fixed slot.

9. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: A first through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity, and the first limiting block passes through the first through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the first through hole.

10. The metal probe rotating structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: A second through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the first cavity, and the second connecting rod passes through the second through hole and is slidably connected to the inner wall of the second through hole.

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